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When we think of bananas, we usually picture the familiar yellow variety. However, there is a unique and lesser-known type of blue banana. These intriguing fruits, known as Blue Java bananas, are grown primarily in Hawaii and Southeast Asia.
What are blue bananas?
Blue bananas, also called Java blue bananas, are known for their striking blue skin when unripe and their sweet, vanilla flavor when ripe. Their distinctive color and taste have earned them the nickname “ice cream bananas.”
Where are they grown?
Blue Java bananas thrive in tropical climates and are primarily grown in Hawaii and Southeast Asia. These regions provide the warm temperatures and abundant rainfall needed for Blue Java banana trees to thrive.
Hawaii
In Hawaii, Blue Java bananas are a popular fruit. The volcanic soil and tropical climate of the islands create ideal growing conditions. The bananas are often found in local markets and are a favorite among residents and tourists alike.
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